Memory can wither with age. Forgetfulness can be unnerving, but there are ways you can support your mind during memory loss — or support a loved one going through it. While not all lost memories can ...

Short-term memory can hold information for about 20 to 30 seconds, or even less. People can usually store between five and nine items in short-term memory, but recent research suggests about four ...

People with dementia may have trouble remembering recent events or conversations. Common items may be put in unusual places, like a wallet in the refrigerator. Mood changes, such as becoming withdrawn ...